HSV Clubsport VN, VP 5.0 V8 (245 Hp)
HSV Clubsport:
The Holden Special Vehicles ClubSport or "Clubby" is a performance full-size sedan built by Holden Special Vehicles from 1990 to 2017. With HSV being Holden's designated performance vehicle division. A wagon variant was offered in the VR series, and later in the E-Series.
The Clubsport was introduced in the VN series, launched in June 1990, with a Holden V8 engine at 180 kW. The VP series Clubsport, launched October 1991 had the same power, the VP Clubsport 5000i, launched in May 1993 being at 200 kW. VR Series and VS series Clubsport with a Holden V8 at 185 kW , with the VR series including a Clubsport wagon....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VN, VP Overview:
HSV Clubsport (VN, VP). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s). The top speed reaches 248 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (245 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.3 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VN, VP: 1990 - 1993).
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| Brand: | HSV |
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| Model: | Clubsport |
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| Generation: | VN, VP |
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| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (245 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1991 |
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| End of production: | 1993 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 4600 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 49.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 4987 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 76.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 8.4:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.3 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.3 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 169 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 275.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4865 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1812 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1403 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2731 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1451 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Tires size | 225/50 R16 92V |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 ET48 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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